[Explorer]

My thoughts on this thread/Prestonsburg football right now.

What has Prestonsburg ever won that's been so spectacular? They've had a lot of talent that's went through and no rings to back it up. Good seasons, but not great seasons. John started off well at Prestonsburg, but has been in a steady decline for about 8 years. He's kept alumni from having part in the program which has led to lost interest. 50 kids have transferred to different schools. No one was welcomed around the program unless you were one of the good ol' boys that did whatever John said. He treats his players like dirt, and it's worse when they no longer play for him. (Besides last year because he knew he had to change to keep his job). He basically has "ran" the school for the past several years until the new Principal has taken over. His former players are even coaching at different schools. I can vouch for one of them at FC.

I don't think this is a very attractive job right now. The program is in bad shape and it will be evident in seasons to come. No feeder program talent and just a handful of players that can make a difference for next year (#1 is a beast).

He has an above average winning % and has only been to 1 state championship, and is
3-6 in regional championship games. 22 years. Too much talent, and not enough trophies. That's pretty average to be a football powerhouse like everyone claims. But what do I know. I think a young coach like Jarred Jarrell isn't a bad idea.

That's the biggest downfall for male Pburg athletics as a whole IMO. And thats been the case for over a decade.